Research Assistant Professor

The Chinese University of Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Electronic Engineering at The Chinese University of Hong Kong invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor to advance energy-saving technologies through smart materials, optical modulation, and machine learning design. The appointee should hold a PhD in a related field, boast an excellent research record, strong communication skills, and potential to secure external funding.

Responsibilities include research, teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Sciences, Physics, Chemistry or related discipline.
• Strong research publication record in smart materials.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Potential to obtain external funding and establish independent research programmes.

Responsibilities

• Publish top-tier research outputs and apply for external grants.
• Undertake teaching duties at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Provide service at departmental, faculty and university levels.

Skills

Strong research track record

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Materials Sciences / Physics / Chemistry

Job description

(Ref.: 260001FI) (Closing Date: Until the post is filled)

The Department of Electronic Engineering (EE) at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is seeking outstanding candidates for Research Assistant Professorship (RAP).

RESEARCH AREA OF INTEREST

The research focuses on developing advanced energy saving technologies that integrate innovative materials, devices, and systems to enable intelligent detection and optical modulation. Key areas include smart materials design, optical modulation, and machine learning design for applications in energy saving, encryption, anticounterfeiting and beyond.

Applicants should have:

• (i) a PhD in Materials Sciences, Physics, Chemistry or a related discipline;
• (ii) a strong track record of research and publications in reputable journals, particularly in areas related to smart materials;
• (iii) excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and
• (iv) potential to become an independent researcher in obtaining future/sustained extramural funding and establishing significant externally-funded research programmes.

The appointee will work closely with Professor Long Yi in the Department to enhance the existing strengths. The appointee is expected to:

• (a) be able to have top-tier research outputs and apply for RGC GRF grants and similar external competitive grants;
• (b) undertake some teaching duties at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; and
• (c) provide service at departmental, faculty and/or university levels.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to three years, renewable subject to performance, funding availability and mutual agreement. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Applications will be accepted until the post is filled.